Açaí Root

Euterpe oleracea (root)

Family: Arecaceae Evidence: T decoction

The root of the açaí palm — used in Amazonian folk medicine for parasites, diarrhea, and as a vermifuge. Different uses from the berry.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricNot Recommended

Contraindications

None well established.

Interactions

Few known interactions.

Side Effects

GI upset.

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